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The Cuban William Scull has a golden opportunity ahead of him as his fight against the Mexican Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez, the biggest star in boxing today, is officially confirmed for May 3 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for the undisputed super middleweight championship.
According to an announcement made this Saturday by Turki Alalshikh, president of the General Entertainment Authority of Saudi Arabia, the fight will be the first of a four-fight agreement that Álvarez signed with the Riyadh Season initiative, thus ensuring his participation in high-profile events in the Middle East, according to .
The match will take place in the early hours of Sunday, May 4, in Saudi Arabia, to coincide with prime time in the United States on the night of Saturday, during the Cinco de Mayo weekend.
Scull (23-0, 9 KOs), born in Cuba and residing in Germany, was the mandatory challenger for the IBF last year, but "Canelo" decided not to face him, which cost him the loss of the title.
Subsequently, the Cuban won the vacant title after defeating Vladimir Shiskin in October. Now, he will have his chance to unify the belts against the current top pound-for-pound fighter.
"Canelo" (62-2-2, 39 KOs), 34 years old, currently holds the WBC, WBA, and WBO titles at 168 pounds. It's worth remembering that in the past he faced another Cuban: Erislandy Lara, in a match that still divides fans after the controversial victory of the Mexican.
In the event of a victory over Scull, he would solidify his status as the absolute champion before a possible mega-fight against Terence Crawford on September 13 in Las Vegas.
The agreement with Riyadh Season drastically changed the landscape of boxing, as just hours before, there were rumors that Álvarez was close to finalizing a fight against the YouTuber Jake Paul in Las Vegas. However, the Mexican made it clear that he is committed to professional boxing.
Despite being undefeated, Scull arrives as a largely unknown figure to the general public and will clearly be an underdog against the experience and prowess of the Mexican fighter. Nevertheless, with his technical and elusive style, he will attempt to surprise the champion and make history as the first Cuban to achieve absolute supremacy at 168 pounds.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Fight Between William Scull and Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez
When and where will the fight between William Scull and Canelo Álvarez take place?
The fight between William Scull and Canelo Álvarez will take place on May 3 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This match will be part of the Riyadh Season initiative and is scheduled to coincide with prime time in the United States on Saturday night, during the Cinco de Mayo weekend.
What is William Scull's record and what titles does he currently hold?
William Scull has an undefeated record of 23-0, with 9 victories by knockout. He is currently the champion of the International Boxing Federation (IBF) after defeating Vladimir Shiskin to claim the vacant title. Scull will seek to unify the titles by facing Canelo Álvarez.
What titles does Canelo Álvarez hold in the super middleweight category?
Canelo Álvarez holds the titles of the World Boxing Council (WBC), the World Boxing Association (WBA), and the World Boxing Organization (WBO) in the super middleweight category. A victory over William Scull would allow him to establish himself as the undisputed champion of the division.
What is the impact of Canelo Álvarez's agreement with Riyadh Season on boxing?
The agreement between Canelo Álvarez and Riyadh Season has drastically changed the landscape of boxing, ensuring his participation in four high-profile matches in the Middle East. This represents a commitment to professional boxing and dispels rumors of fights with entertainment figures, such as the YouTuber Jake Paul.
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